Rainbow Springs State Park
operations are supported in part by the park’s Citizens Support Organization
(CSO) known as the Friends of the
Rainbow Springs (FORS). FORS raises money to purchase equipment, make
repairs and improvements to the property, and to create programs that can
presented at the park. The organization provides volunteers to take part in park
maintenance, operations and other projects as well.
The business affairs of FORS are managed by a thirteen-member Board of Directors who are elected by the voting members of the organization. Nine Directors serve a two-year term and are limited to three consecutive terms for a total of six years. Three officers of the Board make up an Executive Board. The Executive Board includes the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. The Executive Board serves a two-year term and are limited to a total of four years. The Treasurer is elected but is not subject to term limits.
2021 Board of Directors Officers
| 2021 Board MembersSteve Austin | Visitor Services Operations ManagersPat Palmer |
Board meetings are held the second Monday of every month (except July & August) and are open to the public. Special Board meetings are held as required.
The original group of supporters has grown from 30 volunteers to approximately 150 members. FORS volunteers continue to be integral part of the park. FORS members patrol the river, work in the toll booth and gift shop. Our Monday crew works every Monday morning on maintenance projects. Please Join us!